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Phillies-Cubs Trade Idea Lands Nick Castellanos in Chicago as Kyle Tucker Replacement

Phillies-Cubs Trade Idea Lands Nick Castellanos in Chicago as Kyle Tucker Replacement

Summary

The Philadelphia Phillies are planning to try to trade Nick Castellanos. They might pay part of his salary to make the trade more appealing. The Chicago Cubs are a potential team that could be interested, especially if they lose Kyle Tucker in free agency.

Key Facts

  • The Phillies want to trade Nick Castellanos, a baseball player.
  • Castellanos is in the last year of a five-year contract worth $100 million.
  • He is a two-time All-Star and has won a Silver Slugger award.
  • The Phillies might be willing to pay part of his $20 million salary to help trade him.
  • The Chicago Cubs might be interested in Castellanos, especially if they lose Kyle Tucker.
  • Kyle Tucker is an important player, and his future in free agency is uncertain.
  • Riley suggests that Castellanos could be a good addition if he hits around 20 home runs next year.

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